Deposition Technician

Key Responsibilities Operate vacuum deposition systems and support equipment after training and under established procedures Prepare, handle, load, and unload parts, substrates, fixtures, and tooling with care and consistency Perform basic mechanical tasks such as fastening, alignment, part setup, fixture cleaning, and simple equipment adjustments Follow run sheets, work instructions, travelers, and visual standards to support repeatable production output Inspect parts for obvious defects, contamination, handling damage, or process concerns and report issues promptly Follow cleanroom gowning, contamination control, PPE, safety, and quality requirements Use basic hand tools, measuring tools, carts, fixtures, and shop-floor equipment safely and appropriately Utilize FactoryTrak and/or SyteLine ERP to accurately record production transactions after training Maintain cleanliness of labs, chambers, carts, tools, and workstations in accordance with 5S procedures Escalate equipment, quality, safety, or process concerns to technicians, engineers, or management Demonstrate progress toward technician-level skills through training completion, safe work practices, process discipline, and mechanical problem-solving Other duties as assigned by Department Manager Qualifications High school diploma or GED Prior manufacturing, assembly, machine operation, automotive supplier, maintenance, fabrication, or mechanically focused work experience preferred Cleanroom, vacuum system, or thin film coating experience is helpful but not required; training will be provided Skills & Competencies Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with tools, fixtures, hardware, and equipment Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions in a controlled manufacturing environment Good hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, and careful part handling habits Ability to learn specialized cleanroom, vacuum deposition, coating, and measurement processes through hands-on training Basic computer skills and ability to enter accurate production information into ERP or shop-floor systems Familiarity with basic measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, or visual inspection aids preferred Reliable attendance, safe work habits, and willingness to work as part of a production team Problem-solving mindset with the ability to recognize abnormal equipment, part, or process conditions Preferred Background Experience in Tier 1, Tier 2, or Tier 3 automotive manufacturing, assembly, machine operation, quality inspection, maintenance, or material handling Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly, tooling, fixtures, fasteners, basic troubleshooting, or equipment setup Prior exposure to cleanroom, optical, coating, vacuum, CNC, lab, or precision manufacturing environments is a plus Familiarity with ISO based quality systems, 5S, standardized work, production travelers, or work instructions Training and Advancement Path Company-provided training will cover cleanroom practices, vacuum deposition equipment, product handling, ERP transactions, safety requirements, and quality expectations. Operators will be evaluated on attendance, safety, quality, process discipline, mechanical aptitude, equipment ownership, and ability to learn increasingly technical tasks. After approximately one year of successful performance and training progression, the operator may be considered for advancement toward Deposition Manufacturing Technician responsibilities. Physical Requirements Ability to lift 35 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally Ability to climb ladders Ability to stand while performing duties and monitoring chambers - up to 75% of the time Ability to use/wear required PPE Benefits Benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life insurance, section 125 flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan and more. Rigaku offers a rewarding work environment and excellent benefits. All applicants are kept in strict confidence. Rigaku is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Applicants must be able to prove they can legally work in the US. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rigaku Americas Holding, Inc.